Which Is Routinely Completed Prior to an Inpatient Admission or Outpatient

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which is routinely completed prior to an inpatient admission or outpatient surgery to facilitate the patient's treatment and reduce the length of stay?

• A) history and physical exam
• B) preadmission testing
• C) preauthorization
• D) routine follow-up

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